Instrument Operator

Full Job Description

Pay Schedule I, Grade 22, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works, Engineering and Construction - Surveys

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the Work Experience section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Requirements

Under general supervision, operates electronic survey instruments and performs a variety of technical surveying duties for a land surveying party.

• Participates in conducting land surveys.
• Measures field locations of objects, the dimensions and boundaries of land areas, and the position of points, lines, and grades.
• Operates conventional and electronic field surveying instruments.
• Sets up and operates total stations, G.P.S. receivers, data collectors, and other instruments to establish angles and distances for mapping, construction, stake out, and the establishment of control.
• Gives instruction and guidance to engineering aides and others.
• Assists the party chief.
• Performs site reviews.

• Leads the survey party in the absence of the chief.

Examples of Other Duties
Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent

plus

at least three years' experience in land surveying.

Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Licenses and Certificates
Possession of a valid driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Instrument Operator
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204

EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification entails the performance of physical labor such as bending, stooping, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, and lifting and carrying equipment and other objects. Work requires travel to sites throughout the County.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.